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There are more seniors that struggle with addiction than you might think, and it is never too late for someone in Meno to receive professional help for addiction so that they can enjoy the remainder of their lives with a higher quality of life and be as physically and mentally stable as possible. The most common addiction problems among seniors are alcoholism and prescription drug abuse. In many instances, both are an issue where seniors are addicted to both prescription medications and alcohol simultaneously, a deadly combination. When coupled with the fact that the elderly often suffer with other physical and psychological health conditions that should be treated at the same time, it is important that any senior looking for treatment look for a facility that provides treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Programs which provide addiction treatment for seniors have staff trained to provide substance abuse treatment and general geriatric health services, including behavioral health services. Treatment will be more successful in an inpatient rehabilitation center, and a safe detoxification from alcohol and any prescription medications that the senior has become dependent on but needs to be weaned off of will be the first step. A thorough evaluation of both physical and mental conditions will be conducted so that any issues can be handled concurrently, because these issues are often the driving force of the addiction to begin with. An effective recovery program will be put into action that will target the specific and personal needs of the senior.
